We drove 1800kms in 3 days to attend the OKA camp out at the base of Mt Wollumbin. Tiring as this may sound, I am overflowing with energy. My soul has been recharged. THANK YOU for creating this sacred gathering. You have truly taught me the power of connection. To the sacred land, to our […]
Your One Wild & Precious Life
co-written with Tara Lewis as part of advanced teacher training with Katie Manistas at Sukha Mukha Yoga BG (Bhagavad Gita)III.25 saktah karmani-avidvamso / yatha kurvanti bharata kuryad vidvans tatha-asaktas / cikirsur loka-samgraham The unwise are attached to their actions, while the wise are unattached and act selflessly to benefit the world. Have you ever […]
Exploring the Kleshas – ASMITA
Klesha (obstacle) 2: Asmita (Egoism) Patanjali defines Asmita or egoism as mistaking the transient aspects of ourselves – the physical, emotional, and mental – for the true self, which according to the Yogis is the unchanging, ever-peaceful observer behind those characteristics. This is a different interpretation from merely thinking highly of oneself, which is generally […]
Vipassana: My 10 days of Silence
I arrived at the centre in the heart of the Blue Mountains excited but with an underlying sense of dread. I handed over my phone, notebook and all valuables and said goodbye to the outside world. For the next 10 days the only thing that would exist for me was the confines of this centre. No communication, no distractions – only my thoughts to keep me entertained.
Sarah Powers – Compassionate Presence
My experience of Sarah Powers workshop, Compassionate Presence: Saturday 17th January “Crawl inside yourself. Become attentive and non-judgemental to whatever you find” As soon as Sarah entered the hot, noisy studio a sense of peace and calm descended. Although her voice and manner were soft and gentle, she captured the attention of the room instantly. […]
Learning to Breathe
“Practice and all is coming” Sri K Pattabhi Jois Three months ago I took a deep breath and plunged into the tumultuous waters of an intensive teacher training program at Dancing Warrior Yoga. Here is an account of my journey. My love affair with yoga began 4 years ago on the beach […]
